News Headlines Tuesday| Israel PM Confirms Ceasefire|24-06-2025
Key Points
To strengthen the Indian Army’s operational readiness in counter-terrorism operations, the Ministry of Defence has concluded 13 contracts worth Rs 1,981.9 crore under the Emergency Procurement mechanism. Important weapons will be procured.
Defence Contracts
To strengthen the Indian Army’s operational readiness in counter-terrorism operations, the Ministry of Defence has concluded 13 contracts worth Rs 1,981.9 crore under the Emergency Procurement mechanism. Important weapons will be procured.
Operation Sindhu
A total of 380 Indian nationals -- 219 from Iran and 161 from Israel -- arrived safely in New Delhi today as part of the government's ongoing Operation Sindhu. With the latest arrival, India has now brought back 2,295 of its citizens from Iran amid the escalating conflict in the Middle East.
Trump's Ceasefire Claim
US President Donald Trump reiterated his claim that both Tehran and Tel Aviv had approached him simultaneously, asking for "peace," which prompted his declaration of a ceasefire. He said both Nations would see tremendous love, peace and prosperity in their futures.
Modak Safe
While a serious allegation of Amunia Modak theft surfaced at Puri Shreemandir, Odisha Law Minister Prithviran Harichandan said the allegation is false and fabricated. The Minister said the SJTA chief confirmed to him that no Modak was stolen.
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✨Banakalagi Today
On the sacred occasion of Anabasara Chaturdashi, the Banakalagi Niti of Lord Jagannath is set to be performed at the Shree Jagannath Temple today. A second round of the Banakalagi ritual will also be held tomorrow.
Iran Attack Condemned
Several countries, including France, Australia, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Jordan today strongly condemned Iran’s attack on the US bases in Qatar. Iran reportedly fired six missiles towards American military bases in Iraq and Qatar yesterday.
11 Flights Cancelled
Rising tensions in the Middle East have disrupted international air travel. Closure of airspace over Qatar, the UAE, and Bahrain has impacted flights at Chennai International Airport. As many as 11 international flights--six departures and five arrivals-- were cancelled today.
No Place For Terrorism
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said Operation Sindoor has sent a strong message to the world about India's uncompromising stance against terrorism. He also said that no place is safe for those who spill Indian blood.
Ceasefire
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu today confirmed that Israel has accepted a ceasefire proposal with Iran, marking the end of 12 days of intense hostilities between the two regional rivals. He claimed that Israel had met all the strategic goals of its military campaign.